Although benign, infantile colic is a stressful condition affecting both babies and parents. However, new research suggests that acupuncture may provide relief for colicky babies. A new study suggests that acupuncture may be an effective treatment for babies’ excessive crying. … Read More »
Evidence shows that in most cases of acute lymphoblastic leukemia – the most common childhood cancer – the origins are prenatal. There is also a controversial suggestion that congenital infection could play a role. Now, a new study finds that … Read More »
Sudden infant death syndrome is the leading cause of death for babies under the age of 1 year. In a new policy statement, the American Academy of Pediatrics have updated their recommendations to help parents and caregivers protect infants against … Read More »
Many children in the world today learn little or nothing about evolution in school. They learn plenty about Christianity, Buddhism, and other religions, which all have their unique explanation of how life here on earth came to be, but there’s … Read More »
A new study suggests that survivors of childhood cancer tend to have a poor diet in their adult life; a diet lacking essential nutrients might increase the risk of chronic disease for survivors of childhood cancer, as they are already … Read More »
An estimated 15 million Americans have food allergies, and the condition affects 1 in every 13 children – about two in every classroom – under 18 years of age in the United States. Having a parent, brother, or sister with … Read More »
“ It wasn’t me!” This is just one of many statements parents are likely to have heard from their child, often in a desperate attempt to escape the blame for a misdeed they are clearly guilty of. But when it comes … Read More »
The Medtech sector has proven to be a catalyst for economic development, both at the local and national levels. Because it is so R&D-intensive and technologically sophisticated, Medtech not only creates a diversity of job opportunities and value-added activities – … Read More »
Dining with a 1-year-old is typically a messy endeavor, with more food often reaching the floor than the mouth. But a new study investigates what babies pay attention to at the dining table, and the findings have implications for shifting … Read More »
Infection in the first year of life can be deadly for an infant, and antibiotic treatment is often the first port of call. But such treatment may have a downside; new research from the University of South Carolina finds early … Read More »